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Rifampicin

Rifampicin (Rifadin) is an antibiotic used to treat tuberculosis and to prevent meningitis in people who carry the Neisseria meningitidis bacteria. This page lists the one formulation available in the catalogue.

Rifadin

Tuberculosis, Neisseria Meningitidis Carriers

300mg

Rifampicin capsules for tuberculosis and meningococcal carriage. They stop bacteria from making proteins they need to multiply.

From$0.62/ capsuleView

Key points

  • Rifampicin is an antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of bacteria.
  • Rifadin is the originator brand from Sanofi-Aventis, and the capsule is the dosage form listed.
  • Rifampicin can sometimes affect liver function, so people with existing liver conditions should talk to a clinician.

Rifadin is the originator brand from Sanofi-Aventis, and it is the only formulation in this catalogue. The capsule contains 300 mg of rifampicin, an antibiotic used for Tuberculosis and Neisseria Meningitidis Carriers.

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